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$979 - $1,6594 to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 19, 2026
Pique Berkeley
2587-2589 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94704
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northbrae Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $500 (7 Rentals)
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$1,025 - $1,500Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
2430 Prospect
2430 Prospect StBerkeley, CA 94704
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$1,400 - $1,4833 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
2414 Telegraph
2410-2424 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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$1,475 - $8,250Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1, 2026
Panoramic Northside
1752 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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$1,500 - $2,300Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026
The Laureate
2556 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Northbrae, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northbrae?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northbrae Studio Apartments | $2,542 | $1,070 | $4,449 |
| Northbrae 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,433 | $950 | $4,195 |
| Northbrae 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,662 | $550 | $6,295 |
| Northbrae 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,302 | $999 | $8,400 |
| Northbrae 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,435 | $1,400 | $7,075 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northbrae Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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Cheapest Available Northbrae Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northbrae area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Helios priced from $950. Spectra Southside (Student) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Northbrae apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Spectra Southside (Student) | Single | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| 2430 Prospect | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northbrae, CA
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northbrae area is the $2.85 price per square foot 3 BR x 1 BA Model at 1201 Liberty Apartments in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Northbrae apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 2235 Bonar St starting at $3,295 with a $3.66 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northbrae apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 2235 Bonar St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| 2414 Telegraph | 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 1433 Dwight Way | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Hillside Village | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.04 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 2430 Prospect | 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Riviera | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| 2701 Durant | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $3.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthbrae, Berkeley, CA
Ranked #2
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Northbrae Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
83 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northbrae Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northbrae?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northbrae is under $2,060.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northbrae?
The cheapest apartment in Northbrae is Helios which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Northbrae costs $2,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northbrae?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 371 regular apartments in Northbrae that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northbrae?
Cheap apartments in Northbrae have an average cost of $1,825 which is $975 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northbrae.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.